Best Turn-Based Strategy games on Steam

Unlike generic lists, our strategy game recommendations use a rigorous analysis of Steam user reviews to identify and feature only the best, community-validated turn-based strategy games. For those who prefer not to search, lists of the most played, top deals and best free turn-based strategy games are available at the bottom of the page.

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梦魇:无归 Nightmare without return

This is a journey without return When you wake up... In the strange space, the bronze gate that eats people, the strange rules of the game, and the ever-changing nightmare world appear in front of you Everything starts from here

Price 6.89€
Rating 8.9
Release 30 Sep 2022

Arcanium: Rise of Akhan

Arcanium is an Open-world, Strategy Card Adventure that merges Roguelite and Deckbuilding genres like never before. Control your party of three heroes, craft your deck, unlock a vast amount of cards and items and save the world of Arzu from corruption!

Price 19.50€
Rating 7.7
Release 21 Sep 2022

Monster Girls and the Mysterious Adventure 2

This is a "Mysterious Dungeon" style roguelike game where the terrain changes with each challenge. Make the monsters your "Friends" and go on a new adventure!

Price 20.99€
Rating 8.3
Release 26 Aug 2022

Warriors of the Nile 2

Warriors of the Nile 2 is a fast-paced Roguelite strategy game. This time our Warriors are equipped with a more unique combat style. Freely choose the adventure route, use the skill tablets to strengthen characters, lead your squad to repel the Roman legion.

Price 12.49€
Rating 8.3
Release 23 Aug 2022

OneBit Adventure

OneBit Adventure is a casual turn-based roguelike where you adventure as far as possible to level up and battle against rogue monsters. Your primary goal in OneBit Adventure is to survive and loot. Choose from a variety of classes and build the ultimate class.

Price Free to play
Rating 8.2
Release 19 Aug 2022

Touhou: Lost Branch of Legend

Welcome to Eientei, combine multiple colors of mana to build your ideal deck, duel with gensokyo girls, and chase back the mysterious moon treasure. Also, enjoy the unpredictable Roguelike with fantasy Danmaku!

Price 24.99€
Rating 8.8
Release 17 Aug 2022

Super Bullet Break

Save the world of online multiplayer games from a rogue AI in this deck-building strategy roguelite! Collect more than 160 cute and colourful Bullets as you move through maps based on iconic game genres and defeat enemies in challenging turn-based combat.

Price -75% 5.06€
Rating 7.6
Release 12 Aug 2022

Just Go

You will experience from absolute Novice to Top Go player, and show your talents in major Go leagues! The game also includes notable Go matches in history for you to explore. The full-dubbing tutorial for beginners will let you appreciate the charm of Go!

Price 8.19€
Rating 8.9
Release 09 Aug 2022

Tyrant's Blessing

Tyberia has been turned into a paradise by the Tyrant, free from war, suffering, and death - because nearly everyone has been turned into the undead. Take charge of the last living warriors in tactical, turn-based battles and drive the Dead Army into the sea!

Price -65% 6.47€
Rating 6.8
Release 08 Aug 2022

Hard West 2

Hard West 2 is a journey to the heart of darkness in the American West. Take control of a supernatural posse and catch the mysterious Ghost Train. Outsmart, outcheat and outgun your enemies in this turn-based tactics game set in a Wild West world where nothing is as it seems.

Price -70% 8.69€
Rating 7.9
Release 04 Aug 2022

Everdell

Harvest resources to build a village of woodland critters in this adaptation of the award-winning tabletop board game!

Price -33% 11.24€
Rating 8.4
Release 28 Jul 2022

Digimon Survive

Digimon Survive presents a hybrid visual novel and tactical RPG set in a mysterious world filled with dangerous monsters and deadly battles that will test your ability to survive.

Price -82% 8.85€
Rating 7.7
Release 28 Jul 2022

FPS Chess

Battle a friend in this fast paced 1v1 class-based first-person shooter. Chess takes a back-seat to FPS as you win duel after duel and capture the opponent's pieces until you've beaten their king and won the game.

Price Free to play
Rating 8.3
Release 16 Jul 2022

Legends of Kingdom Rush

RPG turn-based combat game with deep tactics and bad jokes! Do you have what it takes to save the kingdom?

Price 12.49€
Rating 6.4
Release 14 Jul 2022

Circadian Dice

Circadian Dice is a game inspired by single-player deck-building games, but instead of upgrading a deck, you build up a set of dice! Use 10 different heroes and 60 game-warping relics to take on 13 hand-crafted scenarios, in runs that take 10-30 minutes. Lots of secrets and unlocks to discover!

Price 4.99€
Rating 8.8
Release 11 Jul 2022

Disgaea 6 Complete

Join Zed on his quest to destroy the God of Destruction in the newest installment of the SRPG series, Disgaea! Join the zany cast for one HL of an adventure and use specialized abilities like Super Reincarnation to battle your way to victory! Disgaea 6 Complete includes all previously released DLC!

Price -39% 36.35€
Rating 6.2
Release 28 Jun 2022

Gordian Quest

An epic deckbuilding RPG inspired by old-school classics like Ultima and D&D, using modern gaming concepts like roguelite elements and turnbased strategic combat. Lead and nurture parties of heroes. Forge bonds and discover new skills among them. Guide them to unravel the curses laid upon the lands.

Price -53% 7.89€
Rating 8.6
Release 23 Jun 2022

Mech Armada

Create and command custom Mechs to outmaneuver The Swarm in this post-apocalyptic tactical turn-based rogue-lite. Leverage the terrain, learn each Mech's unique skills and use strategy and resources to survive an ever-changing series of battles to give humanity hope.

Price -80% 3.99€
Rating 7.7
Release 16 Jun 2022

The Hand of Merlin

The Hand of Merlin is a turn-based rogue-lite RPG in which Arthurian legend meets with sci-fi horror. Recruit mortal heroes to explore lands rife with otherworldly evil, make narrative bending choices in unique interactive encounters, and search for the lost fragments of your soul across the multiverse!

Price -72% 6.25€
Rating 6.8
Release 14 Jun 2022

Big Bia

BIG BIA is a pixel art style dungeon adventure game with some rogue elements. Players can form different strategies, collect different cards and even build their own exclusive dungeons to challenge.

Price -80% 2.49€
Rating 6.9
Release 10 Jun 2022

Symphony of War: The Nephilim Saga

Enter Tahnra, a land savaged by war. You, a fresh academy graduate with humble beginnings, will grow to lead a grand army against a corrupt adversary. Gather heroes, form bonds, and lead your force in turn-based battles. Make use of tactics, terrain, morale and more to bring peace to the land!

Price -60% 7.39€
Rating 9.2
Release 10 Jun 2022

Tinyfolks

Train your folks, defeat monsters and upgrade your town!

Price 3.99€
Rating 8.8
Release 01 Jun 2022

Nemesis: Lockdown

In Nemesis: Lockdown, you're part of a team exploring an alien-infested space base. Craft, hide and fight to make it out of its dark, threat-filled corridors. Fulfill your objective even if it means betraying your allies, but remember - this time, you are not the hunter. You are the PREY.

Price 24.50€
Rating 6.8
Release 31 May 2022

Fabled Lands

Fabled Lands is a challenging old-school narrative RPG set in an open world. Complete quests, fight, trade goods and develop your character. Explore a vast land of adventure: travel across the war-torn kingdom, survive the plains of howling darkness, and escape the Court of Hidden Faces.

Price 18.49€
Rating 7.6
Release 26 May 2022

Most played turn-based strategy games on Steam

Take a look at the top turn-based strategy games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of April 16th 2025.

1. Sid Meier’s Civilization® VI

Expand your empire, advance your culture and go head-to-head against history’s greatest leaders. Will your civilization stand the test of time? Sid Meier’s Civilization® VI is a strategy, turn-based strategy and multiplayer game developed by Firaxis Games, Aspyr (Mac) and Aspyr (Linux) and published by Aspyr (Mac), Aspyr (Linux) and 2K. Released on October 20th 2016 has received 346,976 reviews of which 301,328 were positive and 45,648 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. The game has hit the top spot as the #1 most played turn-based strategy game, thanks to its 19,030 peak concurrent players over the last day.
8.6
301,328
45,648

19,030
players

2. Total War: WARHAMMER III

The cataclysmic conclusion to the Total War: WARHAMMER trilogy is here. Rally your forces and step into the Realm of Chaos, a dimension of mind-bending horror where the very fate of the world will be decided. Will you conquer your Daemons… or command them? Total War: WARHAMMER III is a strategy, turn-based strategy and grand strategy game developed by Creative Assembly and Feral Interactive and published by Feral Interactive and SEGA. Released on February 16th 2022 has received 117,985 reviews of which 85,271 were positive and 32,714 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.2 out of 10. While seeing 17,368 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among turn-based strategy games based on player count.
7.2
85,271
32,714

17,368
players

3. Sid Meier's Civilization® V

Create, discover, and download new player-created maps, scenarios, interfaces, and more! Sid Meier's Civilization® V is a turn-based strategy, strategy and turn-based game developed by Firaxis Games, Aspyr (Mac) and Aspyr (Linux) and published by Aspyr (Mac), Aspyr (Linux) and 2K. Released on September 23rd 2010 has received 203,484 reviews of which 194,977 were positive and 8,507 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.5 out of 10. While seeing 11,866 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among turn-based strategy games based on player count.
9.5
194,977
8,507

11,866
players

4. Summoners War

A global hit RPG that captured the Summoners all around the world! Jump into the Sky Arena, a world under battle over the vital resource: Mana Crystals. Design your own deck and strategy using 1,000 Monsters to claim victory. Go on an epic adventure with your Monsters! Summoners War is a free to play, rpg and strategy game developed and published by Com2uS. Released on January 07th 2024 has received 8,285 reviews of which 5,858 were positive and 2,427 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.9 out of 10. With 11,708 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played turn-based strategy games.
6.9
5,858
2,427

11,708
players

5. Total War: ROME II - Emperor Edition

Emperor Edition is the definitive edition of ROME II, featuring an improved politics system, overhauled building chains, rebalanced battles and improved visuals in both campaign and battleEmperor Edition contains all free feature updates since its release in 2013, which includes bug fixes, balancing, Twitch. Total War: ROME II - Emperor Edition is a strategy, historical and turn-based strategy game developed by Creative Assembly and published by SEGA. Released on September 02nd 2013 has received 87,437 reviews of which 72,882 were positive and 14,555 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. With 3,633 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played turn-based strategy games.
8.2
72,882
14,555

3,633
players

6. Total War: MEDIEVAL II – Definitive Edition

Spanning the most turbulent era in Western history, your quest for territory and power takes you through Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and even onto the shores of the New World. Total War: MEDIEVAL II – Definitive Edition is a strategy, medieval and historical game developed by Creative Assembly and Feral Interactive (Linux) and published by Feral interactive (Mac), Feral Interactive (Linux) and SEGA. Released on November 15th 2006 has received 32,998 reviews of which 31,584 were positive and 1,414 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.4 out of 10. With 2,668 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played turn-based strategy games.
9.4
31,584
1,414

2,668
players

7. Divinity: Original Sin 2 - Definitive Edition

The critically acclaimed RPG that raised the bar, from the creators of Baldur's Gate 3. Gather your party. Master deep, tactical combat. Venture as a party of up to four - but know that only one of you will have the chance to become a God. Divinity: Original Sin 2 - Definitive Edition is a tactical rpg, rpg and turn-based strategy game developed and published by Larian Studios. Released on September 14th 2017 has received 188,919 reviews of which 181,042 were positive and 7,877 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.5 out of 10. With 2,445 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played turn-based strategy games.
9.5
181,042
7,877

2,445
players

8. Total War: EMPIRE – Definitive Edition

Command the seas, control the land, forge a new nation, and conquer the globe. Total War: EMPIRE – Definitive Edition is a strategy, historical and military game developed by Creative Assembly and Feral Interactive (Linux) and published by Feral interactive (Mac), Feral Interactive (Linux) and SEGA. Released on March 04th 2009 has received 35,137 reviews of which 31,892 were positive and 3,245 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. With 1,897 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played turn-based strategy games.
8.9
31,892
3,245

1,897
players

9. Legend of Heroes: Three Kingdoms

"Legend of Heroes: Three Kingdoms" is a single-player RPG where you shape the Three Kingdoms era. Choose to be a ruler, a loyal advisor, or a cunning mercenary. Marry, build homes, or train in martial arts. Restore peace through diplomacy or conquer with mighty armies. Legend of Heroes: Three Kingdoms is a early access, simulation and strategy game developed and published by Free Wing. Released on March 25th 2025 has received 3,665 reviews of which 3,259 were positive and 406 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. With 1,822 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played turn-based strategy games.
8.6
3,259
406

1,822
players

10. Total War: THREE KINGDOMS

Total War: THREE KINGDOMS is the first in the award-winning series to recreate epic conflict across ancient China. Combining a gripping turn-based campaign of empire-building & conquest with stunning real-time battles, THREE KINGDOMS redefines the series in an age of heroes & legends. Total War: THREE KINGDOMS is a strategy, historical and war game developed by Creative Assembly and Feral Interactive (Linux) and published by Feral interactive (Mac), Feral Interactive (Linux) and SEGA. Released on May 23rd 2019 has received 103,141 reviews of which 74,436 were positive and 28,705 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.2 out of 10. With 1,762 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played turn-based strategy games.
7.2
74,436
28,705

1,762
players

Best deals on turn-based strategy games on Steam

Discover fantastic savings with the best discounts on a variety of turn-based strategy games available on Steam right now, updated on April 16th 2025. Looking for even more deals? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of discounted turn-based strategy games.

1. Age of Wonders III

Age of Wonders III is the long anticipated sequel to the award-winning strategy series. Delivering a unique mix of Empire Building, Role Playing and Warfare, Age of Wonders III offers the ultimate in turn-based fantasy strategy for veterans of the series and new players alike! Age of Wonders III is a strategy, turn-based strategy and fantasy game developed by Triumph Studios and published by Paradox Interactive. Released on March 31st 2014 has received 12,541 reviews of which 10,065 were positive and 2,476 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. Featuring a massive 97% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for turn-based strategy category.
7.9
10,065
2,476

-97% 33.33€ 1.00€

2. Inkulinati

Inkulinati is a turn-based strategy game straight from medieval manuscripts, where a rabbit’s bum can be deadlier than a dog's sword. Become a master of the Living Ink, build your own bestiary, defeat medieval superstars and collect perks to unleash hidden powers. Inkulinati is a medieval, turn-based strategy and turn-based tactics game developed by Yaza Games and published by Daedalic Entertainment. Released on February 22nd 2024 has received 886 reviews of which 776 were positive and 110 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.3 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 96% discount, this game is now the #2 best deal in turn-based strategy games.
8.3
776
110

-96% 25.00€ 1.00€

3. Battlestar Galactica Deadlock

In Battlestar Galactica Deadlock™ you’ll take command of the Colonial Fleet in defense of the Twelve Colonies during the First Cylon War. Lead many different types of ships in this 3D tactical game. Every decision counts, your strategy will be vital – can you ensure mankind’s survival? Battlestar Galactica Deadlock is a strategy, space and sci-fi game developed by Black Lab Games and published by Slitherine Ltd.. Released on August 31st 2017 has received 3,427 reviews of which 2,881 were positive and 546 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 96% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in turn-based strategy games.
8.1
2,881
546

-96% 42.25€ 1.69€

4. Miasma Chronicles

From the creators of Mutant Year Zero: Road to Eden comes a beautifully crafted tactical adventure you won’t forget. Embark on a quest across a post-apocalyptic wasteland torn apart by a savage force known only as the ‘Miasma’. Miasma Chronicles is a tactical rpg, turn-based strategy and tactical game developed by The Bearded Ladies and published by 505 Games Official. Released on May 23rd 2023 has received 2,241 reviews of which 1,782 were positive and 459 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.7 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 96% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for turn-based strategy games.
7.7
1,782
459

-96% 33.50€ 1.34€

5. Battle vs Chess

Commanders, assemble your armies! BATTLE vs. CHESS calls for an interactive feather duster, chartering the successful chess game principle into the present day multimedia world. Animated fantasy figurines assemble in magical worlds and await your command! Battle vs Chess is a strategy, chess and casual game developed by Targem Games and published by TopWare Interactive ACE. Released on August 16th 2012 has received 976 reviews of which 695 were positive and 281 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.9 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 96% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for turn-based strategy games.
6.9
695
281

-96% 25.00€ 1.00€

6. Old World

Old World is a revolutionary new historical strategy game where you lead your dynasty over generations of rule against rival kings and queens. Wage massive wars, manage your court, and build a dynasty — or watch your empire crumble to dust. What legacy will you leave behind? Old World is a strategy, simulation and 4x game developed by Mohawk Games and published by Hooded Horse. Released on May 18th 2022 has received 4,451 reviews of which 3,650 were positive and 801 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.0 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 95% discount, this title has earned the #6 position in the best deals for turn-based strategy games.
8.0
3,650
801

-95% 39.80€ 1.99€

7. Warhammer 40,000: Gladius - Relics of War

Warhammer 40,000: Gladius – Relics of War brings you to a world of terror and violence. Four factions will engage in a brutal war for dominance over the planet’s resources. In the first turn-based 4X strategy game set in Warhammer 40,000 you will lead one of four unique factions. Warhammer 40,000: Gladius - Relics of War is a strategy, warhammer 40k and 4x game developed by Proxy Studios and published by Slitherine Ltd.. Released on July 12th 2018 has received 14,157 reviews of which 11,503 were positive and 2,654 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.0 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 95% discount, this title has earned the #7 position in the best deals for turn-based strategy games.
8.0
11,503
2,654

-95% 42.80€ 2.14€

8. Dark Deity

Step into the world of Terrazael and lead soon-to-be legendary heroes in a quest to restore a land fractured by broken oaths, reckless wars, and untamed magic. Fight back in turn-based battles, manage character relationships, collect dangerous artifacts, and hopefully restore the world... Dark Deity is a turn-based tactics, tactical rpg and turn-based strategy game developed by Sword & Axe LLC and published by indie.io. Released on June 15th 2021 has received 2,666 reviews of which 1,939 were positive and 727 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.1 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 95% discount, this title has earned the #8 position in the best deals for turn-based strategy games.
7.1
1,939
727

-95% 24.00€ 1.20€

9. Ozymandias: Bronze Age Empire Sim

Build an empire in a single sitting. All the strategy of a classic 4X in a faster format, which also shines in multiplayer. Ozymandias: Bronze Age Empire Sim is a grand strategy, turn-based strategy and 4x game developed by The Secret Games Company and published by Goblinz Publishing and IndieArk. Released on October 11th 2022 has received 1,508 reviews of which 1,325 were positive and 183 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 93% discount, this title has earned the #9 position in the best deals for turn-based strategy games.
8.4
1,325
183

-93% 14.29€ 1.00€

10. King's Bounty II

Legend returns! King’s Bounty II is the long-awaited sequel to the legendary King’s Bounty video games franchise, one of the most iconic representatives of the turn-based RPG genre. King's Bounty II is a strategy, rpg and turn-based strategy game developed by Fulqrum Games and published by Fulqrum Publishing, Prime Matter and 方块游戏 (China). Released on August 24th 2021 has received 5,297 reviews of which 3,305 were positive and 1,992 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.2 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 93% discount, this title has earned the #10 position in the best deals for turn-based strategy games.
6.2
3,305
1,992

-93% 40.86€ 2.86€

Free turn-based strategy games on Steam

Check out this fantastic list of free-to-play turn-based strategy games you can enjoy on Steam right now, updated on April 16th 2025. Looking for even more free titles? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of free to play turn-based strategy games.

1. Summoners War

A global hit RPG that captured the Summoners all around the world! Jump into the Sky Arena, a world under battle over the vital resource: Mana Crystals. Design your own deck and strategy using 1,000 Monsters to claim victory. Go on an epic adventure with your Monsters! Summoners War is a free to play, rpg and strategy game developed and published by Com2uS. Released on January 07th 2024 has received 8,285 reviews of which 5,858 were positive and 2,427 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.9 out of 10. With 11,708 active players enjoying it for free, this strategy game has reached the #1 spot among the top free turn-based strategy games on Steam.
6.9
5,858
2,427

11,708
players

2. Alpha League HD

Alpha League HD is a free-to-play, hero based Autobattler. In Alpha League, simply pick and build your favorite hero in a Roguelike fashion with 12 different combat genres, and then battle the other 7 Bots or Players to be the winner. Alpha League HD is a auto battler, turn-based strategy and casual game developed and published by Beaveroid Entertainment. Released on February 14th 2025 has received 841 reviews of which 785 were positive and 56 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. Thanks to its free to play tag and a daily player base of 1,714, this turn-based strategy game has secured the #2 spot in the ranking of free turn-based strategy games on Steam.
8.8
785
56

1,714
players

3. GIRLS' FRONTLINE 2: EXILIUM

GIRLS' FRONTLINE 2: EXILIUM is a Post-Apocalyptic Tactical RPG. Players take on the role of a commander who acts as a bounty hunter, leading a squad of tactical dolls through the contaminated zones. While accepting and completing various missions, players will face continuous waves of enemies. GIRLS' FRONTLINE 2: EXILIUM is a strategy, rpg and anime game developed by SUNBORN Information Co. and Ltd. and published by HaoPlay Limited. Released on February 10th 2025 has received 1,236 reviews of which 848 were positive and 388 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.6 out of 10. Thanks to its free to play tag and a daily player base of 589, this turn-based strategy game has secured the #3 spot in the ranking of free turn-based strategy games on Steam.
6.6
848
388

589
players

4. WAKFU

Immerse yourself in the WAKFU universe with this free to play MMORPG. Select your class, travel the world, meet adventurers to challenge powerful monsters in epic turn-based battles.Participate in the kingdom’s economy and politics and create your own legend! WAKFU is a free to play, massively multiplayer and turn-based strategy game developed by Ankama Studio and published by Ankama Games. Released on September 18th 2014 has received 10,186 reviews of which 7,698 were positive and 2,488 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.4 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 240 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #4 position in the best free turn-based strategy games on Steam.
7.4
7,698
2,488

240
players

5. Battle for Wesnoth

The Battle for Wesnoth is an open source, turn-based strategy game with a high fantasy theme. Explore the four corners of Irdya in seventeen solo campaigns and dozens of multiplayer maps, taking part in countless adventures as you go. Battle for Wesnoth is a free to play, strategy and turn-based strategy game developed by The Battle for Wesnoth Project and published by Wesnoth Inc.. Released on May 01st 2018 has received 5,259 reviews of which 4,948 were positive and 311 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 142 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #5 position in the best free turn-based strategy games on Steam.
9.1
4,948
311

142
players

6. SOVL: Fantasy Warfare

SOVL is a ruleset for playing fantasy wargames. It can be played with miniatures on a table or digitally on Steam. SOVL: Fantasy Warfare is a strategy, wargame and tabletop game developed and published by Dalen Studios. Released on June 29th 2023 has received 1,950 reviews of which 1,717 were positive and 233 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 117 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #6 position in the best free turn-based strategy games on Steam.
8.4
1,717
233

117
players

7. 修真大陆

A casual hang-up class repair fairy game 修真大陆 is a rpg, turn-based strategy and 2d platformer game developed and published by 北冥. Released on April 18th 2024 has received 378 reviews of which 275 were positive and 103 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.9 out of 10. The game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played free turn-based strategy games on Steam.
6.9
275
103

72
players

8. Arcanists

Players take turns in a race against the clock, utilising an array of spells to defeat their opponents in battle! Victory is accomplished by becoming the 'last man standing' (or last team) after all other players have been reduced to zero hitpoints. Arcanists is a free to play, strategy and multiplayer game developed and published by pur3 extreme. Released on July 15th 2024 has received 537 reviews of which 474 were positive and 63 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.3 out of 10. The game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played free turn-based strategy games on Steam.
8.3
474
63

53
players

9. Pox Nora

Delve into classic turn-based strategy gaming with elements of table top miniatures, fantasy RPG and TCG style gameplay all wrapped into one. Pox Nora is a free to play, strategy and rpg game developed and published by Desert Owl Games LLC. Released on October 15th 2014 has received 848 reviews of which 646 were positive and 202 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 out of 10. The game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played free turn-based strategy games on Steam.
7.3
646
202

39
players

10. LostMagic

A 2D MMORPG with turn-based combat, dungeons, PvP, PvE in a unique world with story driven content. LostMagic is a rpg, mmorpg and adventure game developed by Nokhook Entertainment and published by Brightika and Inc.. Released on January 30th 2025 has received 438 reviews of which 316 were positive and 122 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.9 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played free turn-based strategy games on Steam.
6.9
316
122

15
players